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The time period during which military and civilian agencies are prepared for an enemy air attack
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| 2. air alert | |
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The condition in which combat aircraft are airborne and ready for an operation
"aircraft in the Mideast are on air alert";
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| 3. air alert | |
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The warning signal that begins a period of preparation for an enemy air attack
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